PH 320 - History and Philosophy of Science

Institution:

Baker University

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Description:

This course consists of a historically oriented study of the development, methods, and problems of scientific knowledge from the ancient Greeks to modern times. Readings are from such thinkers as Aristotle, Bacon, Descartes, Hume, Mill, Kuhn, Popper, and other contemporary philosophers of science. Prerequisite: LA 102 and one course in natural science or permission of the instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.bakeru.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 873-4282

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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